Possibly the most futuristic watering-hole in the city. Gleaming chrome and glass are the main features of this superbly designed (although some have said over-designed) multi-million pound bar. Ultra-modern and very shiny, with bar and restaurant on different levels, Bar Pacific was custom built in 1997. Cocktails are on offer as well as the usual range of beers and spirits, and the cafe serves excellent food, although is perhaps a little pricey. The service is with a twist as each table features a pager, which you can use to summon someone to serve you! As you would expect it gets busy at the weekends so prepare to queue, but once inside keep an eye out for the many local celebrities who can be spotted hanging out there.
Bonbar never fails to impress its guests with its interesting array of cocktails and food. Choose from the stylish booths and sit back to enjoy a drink with friends. And if you are a large group, the sharing boards are perfect. Besides, the daily specials, happy hour, live music performances, cocktail classes and other interesting events make sure there's no dull moment here. Also, if there's a special occasion coming up, Bonbar will assure it's a memorable one by offering its four rental spaces, great food and efficient hospitality.
You have to walk up a dimly lit staircase to get to the unusually named Quilted Camel which is on the first floor. If the name has led you to expect a sand and fez theme bar forget it. The decor is an odd mix of styles, combining some of the original wood-paneled features of the old building with lots of colored glass, mirror balls, and colorful modern lighting. At the top of the staircase you have two choices: the small rear bar which is windowless and where the lighting is usually kept low, and the music is usually kept loud; or the larger front bar which has large windows looking out over the Quayside and is altogether brighter. An interesting drinking experience awaits guest at this eclectic place. The steep stairs however, make access difficult for those with mobility problems.